Looking for inspiration on what to write in a birthday card for your other half?
We have the answer for all manner of relationships and all the things you could write to make their day extra special. Whether you are looking to embrace the love and romance or would rather keep it short or sweet, we have a whole host of romantic, funny, sentimental messages and more. We have also included some top tips for celebrating your loved oneās birthday.
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ā¢ Romantic messages
ā¢ Short and sweet messages
ā¢ Ideas for something funny
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ā¢ Early days
ā¢ Long-term love
ā¢ fiancĆ©/ fiancĆ©e
ā¢ Life partner
ā¢ Long distance love
Writing a birthday card for your girlfriend, boyfriend or long-time partner
It is always important to remember our loved one's birthdays, and a nice card can a great way to let them know just how much you care. However, finding the right words to express what you feel for them could be a challenge.
Romantic messages
A card full of special feelings and romantic sentiments is bound to make them feel all fuzzy inside. If you prefer to lay on the romance, you could consider writing something like:
ā¢ You will always be the one for me.
ā¢ One day a year is simply not enough to celebrate someone as awesome as you.
ā¢ You mean the world to me!
ā¢ I love you to the moon and back.
ā¢ You deserve the world and more.
ā¢ Every day you bring more happiness into my life!
ā¢ Thereās no better feeling than being with your best friend.
ā¢ You are my happily ever after.
ā¢ I hope your birthday is as special as you are!
Keeping it short and sweet
Not everyone likes to write too much on birthday cards and you may prefer to stick to the point with a short and simple message such as:
ā¢ Your smile makes me smile!
ā¢ All my love on your birthday.
ā¢ I am happiest when I am with you.
ā¢ Happy Birthday to the one I love.
ā¢ Happy Birthday to the best boyfriend/ girlfriend in the world!
ā¢ Today we celebrate you.
ā¢ You are my soul mate, my partner and my most trusted friend.
ā¢ I hope all your hopes and dreams come true.
Something funny
For you what to write in a birthday card for a partner could be all about the giggles. Put a smile on your loved oneās face with a funny birthday message such as:
ā¢ Congratulations on becoming another year older- shame itās not wiser!
ā¢ Happy birthday to the only person to ever laugh at my jokes.
ā¢ Itās better to be on the hill than under it!
ā¢ They say that it is scientifically proven that people who have more birthdays live longer.
ā¢ Regardless of how old you get, I will always be younger.
ā¢ You are now officially too old to have individual candles for your cake. Enjoy retirement!
ā¢ Happy Birthday from the best gift everā¦ (Me!)
ā¢ When I'm as old as you, I hope that I am half as funny as you think you are.
Example birthday card messages
We know that the wording you use on a birthday card is important and there is much to consider when determining what to write on your partnerās birthday card. If you are looking for something that feels more personal, consider adapting one of these example birthday card messages for a girlfriend or boyfriend.
If you are looking to send your significant other an extra-special birthday card with a personalized message, we are confident you will find the ideal one amongst these example birthday card messages:
What to write in a birthday card for a new relationship ā early days
An example of what to write in a birthday card for a new relationship.
If you have yet to say the L-word to each other, you might prefer to not say it for the first time via a card. However, you could consider writing something like:
Dear Darling,
Sending birthday wishes to the sexiest man/ woman I know. I am so happy that you are in my life and I am so excited for our future together.
Hereās to our first birthday of many together.
Best Wishes.
Long term love
Here's what you could write to someone you've been with for a long time.
If you are madly in love and you want to write a heartfelt message to your long term lover, you could consider writing something like:
To my partner in crime,
You deserve recognition for more than one day a year. You are my rock, my best friend, and you get sexier by the minute.
I am so thankful you were born, so letās celebrate!
Love you always.
Fabulous fiancƩ/ fiancƩe
When writing a birthday card for your wife or husband to be, you may want to include an extra special message about how excited you are for your upcoming nuptials.
To my fabulous fiancƩ/ fiancƩe
Hereās to many more happy birthdays together!
I am so lucky that you are choosing to become a grown-up with me and I canāt wait till I can call you my wife/ husband.
You were my birthday wish and I hope you get yours!
Love you forever.
Birthday messages for your life partner
If you are wondering what to write in a birthday card for your girlfriend, boyfriend or life partner, express your feelings and let them know you care with a message such as this one:
Dear you,
Sometimes I look at you and realise how lucky I am to be growing old together.
You still make me feel special after all these years together and I am blessed you chose to be my wife/ husband/ penguin.
You mean the world to me, my love!
Long distance love
Unfortunately, we cannot always spend our birthdays with those we love. If your love lives long distance, you could consider writing a message such as this:
My dearest (Name),
Even though we are miles apart, you are always in my mind and always in my heart.
I wish we could celebrate together but instead, you get this card! You mean the world to me and I am so excited to see you again.
Lots of Love!
Celebrating your partnerās birthday ā 5 ideas
Whether it is early days or a long term love, it is always nice to make their birthday extra special. Get inspired with our birthday celebration ideas for boyfriend, girlfriend, wife, husband or partner.
Some of our favourite ways to celebrate your significant otherās special day include:
#1 Intimate dinner party:
Whether you would prefer to invite family or friends or just have a meal for two, cook your special someone something special to make
#2 Picnic for two
Dine al fresco and enjoy a picnic for two in the great outdoors.
#3 Throw a party
If you want an extra special celebration for your partner's milestone birthday, you could consider throwing them a party with all their nearest and dearest in attendance.
#4 Go on holiday
Whether you go for something fancy or just book a quiet weekend getaway, why not take your partner on a special birthday holiday? This would be a great idea for a special milestone birthday treat!
#5 Let them choose
Itās their birthday so why not give them a day of choosing exactly what you do! Whether it is watching a football match, going to the spa, or having a sofa day, you have to promise that they are in charge for the day ā within reason of course!
Writing a birthday card for the one you love
Our top tips for making sure that their birthday card makes the best impression include:
ā¢ Personalizing your message to them;
ā¢ Including inside jokes or cutesy nicknames you have for each other;
ā¢ Sharing your favourite memories from throughout the year;
ā¢ Hinting at a birthday surprise you have planned for them;
ā¢ Thinking about whether your partner would prefer something romantic or something more light-hearted.
Whether it is a new relationship brimming with potential or one built on years of shared memories, the message you include on a card can turn it from an everyday greeting to a sentimental memento. As a result, it can definitely be a challenge figuring out what to write on a birthday card for boyfriend, girlfriend, husband or wife. Hopefully we could help!
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5 Romantic Distance Birthday Wishes
Even though we are far apart, know that Iām thinking of you on your special day. I hope you have a wonderful time and I canāt wait until we can be together again.
Happy Birthday! Iāll be thinking of you today, like every day, and hoping youāre having a great time celebrating turning another year older. I love you so much.
Happy birthday, my love. Iām so sorry we canāt be together this year, but we will have many more to come, and I promise we will make up for it next time we are together.
Sending you all my love on your special day. I wish we were together, but I think somehow it will make it even more special when we can finally celebrate in the same place. You deserve to have a fantastic day. Love and kisses.
Happy birthday to the love of my life. I feel so blessed that we found each other, and want you to know that Iām sending you the longest hug and hundreds of kisses on your special day!
5 Funny long distance birthday messages
He's more into humor than cute? Try out these funny but loving birthday wishes on your long-distance husband / partner.
Happy Birthday! Hereās to hoping you age like a fine wine rather than a moldy banana!
Cheers to another year! Have a drink for me, Iāll be having a few for you! Have a wonderful birthday, my love.
Soā¦ Jason Momoa is single now, but since itās your birthday I decided to wait at least a couple of weeks until I run off into his arms. š Happy birthday, baby!
Happy birthday to my silver fox! Definitely older, maybe not wiser, but still the love of my life.
I was trying to think of what to get you for your birthday, I wanted to give you the best possible gift, something special, precious, priceless, one of a kindā¦ but then I realized that you already have me, so this card will have to do!
4 Long distance birthday poems for boyfriends or husbands
Distance separates us-
But you are always with me.
In my heart
And on my mind.
On this day
And forever.
My love is with you
Always.
Although we canāt be in the same place,
I want you to know I miss your face.
Separated as we are by the miles,
I canāt wait to kiss you and make you smile.
Sending you this card to say
Iām wishing you the perfect day,
With cake and laughs and gifts galore,
I miss you loads and love you more!
We may be many miles apart,
But I always have you in my heart.
On this special day more than most,
Iāll cheers to you and raise a toast.
5 Birthday quotes for your long distance lover
Because sometimes a quote just sums up what's in your heart better! Here are 6 quotes to use as birthday wishes in your long distance husband's or boyfriend's card.
"Count your age by friends, not years. Count your life by smiles, not tears."
ā John Lennon
"If ever there is tomorrow when weāre not togetherā¦ there is something you must always remember. You are braver than you believe, stronger than you seem, and smarter than you think. But the most important thing is, even if weāre apartā¦ Iāll always be with you.ā
A.A. Milne, Winnie the Pooh
"As men get older, the toys get more expensive."
Marvin Davis
"Once the realization is accepted that even between the closest human beings infinite distances continue, a wonderful living side by side can grow, if they succeed in loving the distance between them which makes it possible for each to see the other whole against the sky."
Rainer Maria Rilke
āThe only time you really live fully is from thirty to sixty. The young are slaves to dreams; the old servants of regrets. Only the middle-aged have all their five senses in the keeping of their wits.ā
Theodore Roosevelt
Hopefully you found some inspiration from this list and managed to find the perfect birthday wishes to send to your long distance husband or boyfriend that will make them smile and feel special. Sent in a card along with a gift, they are guaranteed to appreciate your effort and thoughts this year.
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Romantic Happy Birthday Paragraph For Him
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Happy Birthday Paragraph For Boyfriend
Happy birthday to you, my darling. Thank you for being the best lover, friend, and counselor. You have made so much effort to be sure Iām a happy better version of myself. Youāve taught me to grow better and encouraged me every single time I seem to slack. I hope this day brings much blessings and happiness to you, enjoy your day.
My darling, youāre a year older today. You age in grace and in wisdom. Youāre a rare gem that found your way into my life. My heart never awaited your coming. I guess thatās why you blew me away at an instant. I want to wish you many prosperous years here on the sand of time. You deserve to live long and be blessed with all the good things of life. Happy birthday to the one who paints my sky blue. Without you, my life will be incomplete, and the world at large will be shallow. God bless the day I found you, it was such a happy day.
You were likened to be an angel, cause your attributes were beyond human comprehension. You love like no one. You give like no human. Youāre a rare angel. Iām lucky to have found true love with you. Happy birthday my superman, the one who takes me to heaven and back. You created the safest place for me in your heart and thatās the place of love. Happy birthday to you; may this birthday never be your last, my baby.
Iām always thankful to God for blessing me with you. You have shown me, selfless love, worked hard to see that Iām a better version of myself. A love like yours is so rare, and it would be a shame to me if I canāt realize how lucky I am to have you. You mean everything and more to me, my love. Happy birthday to you, my rainbow, I hope this new age brings you as much love as youāve shown me because you deserve it and even more.
Today isnāt just your special day; itās also mine. Itās a day a unique person with a fabulous personality was born, and its a blessed day. Your presence in my life has filled it with so much joy and brightness. Youāve made my world better, and I canāt appreciate you well enough. Youāre the perfect boyfriend anyone could ever ask for in life. Happy birthday to you, my darling.
Beautiful Long Birthday Messages for Boyfriend
As today marks a new age, I hope you experience new things in all positive aspects of your life. May this day bring the joy and affection youāve shown me. You made me a happy person, and I canāt begin to say how grateful I am for all your impacts in my life. Happy birthday to you, my love. I wish you long life, good health, and I say amen to all your secret prayers.
Happy belated birthday to you, my buttercup. As you clock a new age, I hope all your silent prayer be answered. May you experience all the love and happiness you deserve because youāre awesome. Thank you for all the years youāve had my back and relentlessly supported me. My love for you will keep soaring higher. I am so happy to be in your life and look forward to always being with you every time you clock a new age. I wish you long life and prosperity. Cheers!!
Meeting you at first gave me no clue that you would turn out to be so important to me. Youāve become my source of peace, joy, and love. I bless the day I gave you a chance in my life. Thank you for not making me regret that decision. As you celebrate your new age, you will begin to encounter new things that will brighten your life. Happy birthday to you, my sunshine. I love you now and always.
Happy birthday to you, my king. May everywhere you find yourself bring you happy surprises. Thank you for allowing me to create beautiful memories with you these past months. Youāve been a blessing to my life, and I really canāt fathom what my life would be without you. Youāre the man of my dreams forever.
Happy birthday to you, my knight in shining armor. Today presents an opportunity for me to appreciate you for your consistent effort in making my life better. Thank you for proving to me that true love exists, and I donāt have to be the perfect person before I can experience true love. I hope this day gives you many reasons to be happy.
Life has been worthwhile ever since I met you. You are a rare treasure, and I am lucky to have you as my man. Your presence in my life has brought nothing but love and brightness in my life. Happy belated birthday to you, my king. May this day mark the start of a new and blessed episode in your life. May this precious day of yours bring you multiple reasons always to wear a smile. I wish you all the love youāve deserve. I hope you enjoy your day.
Why do I have to stress when I have you in my life? Youāre a blessing to me, and seeing your face makes me happy. Youāre the best thing that ever happened to me because youāre a bundle of awesomeness. Thank you so much for your blessed presence in my life. Happy birthday to the love of my life, the crown of my head, and the king of my heart. Create more amazing memories. Cheers!
Best Happy Birthday Paragraphs for Him
With each passing day, I will always cherish every moment with you and love you like never before. A day with you will always be special and beautiful, and without you, my life and world will be mundane. Thanks for loving you and thanks for always being there. For your birthday, I wish you all the happiness in the world. Happy Birthday to you, my knight in shining armour.
Youāre the sweetest person in the universe and Iām blessed to have you in my life. With you, life will always be filled with a happiness that will never know any bounds. Thanks for coming into my life, thanks for being real and thanks for making life more meaningful. You know I love you right? Well, I do. Happy Birthday to you, my prince charming.
Thereās no sadness every time youāre right by my side and Iām honoured to be loved by someone as special as you. For as long as I live, I will always cherish every single day with you. Itās your birthday, I wish you all that you wish yourself and all the happiness in the world. I love you beyond the stars. Happy Birthday, my one and only.
Youāre my everyday support system and for your birthday, I wish you good health, peace and long life. Happy Birthday, handsome.
Youāre rare and special to me, and not a day goes by that Iām not thankful for having you in my life. You add beautiful meaning to life with your presence in my life and I want you to know that Iām indeed blessed to have you. Thanks for coming into my life. Thanks for always being there and I love you forever. Happy Birthday!
My love, you deserve all the happiness, peace, love and joy in life. These and many more are all I wish for you on this special day of yours. I pray that your birthday will bring you all your good heart desires and may the good Lord continue to watch over you, guide you and favour you in all your endeavours. Happy Birthday to you, baby.
Iām so blessed to have you in my life. Youāre a rare gem and I will always cherish every single day with you. For your birthday, I wish you all the best things that life has got to offer. I wish you all the joy and happiness in the world and may all your wishes come true today and always. I love you more than you can imagine. Happy Birthday, sweetheart.